Events

Long time Rotarian, Ken Ching will share his story -- his career, service through Rotary and ongoing service in our community.  

Camp Grizzly Peak

Wider Watershed: at Bear Yuba Land Trust's Wildflower Ridge Preserve

Our Environmental Sustainabilty Committee invites you to join us in a morning of restoration and clean up at Wildflower Ridge Preserve as part of South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL) Annual Clean Up Day.  A BBQ celebration follows in Pioneer Park at noon.  

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The Wildflower Ridge Preserve is located just outside of downtown Grass Valley on Ridge Road at Rough & Ready Highway. Bear Yuba Land Trust has recently acquired this land - to be preserved forever! BYLT staff will be leading a team of volunteers during the cleanup and restoration efforts. This is a special restoration site, working with Bear Yuba Land Trust to remove invasive plants from the preserve. For more information about BYLT please visit: https://www.bylt.org/.

Directions: Located at 13167 Ridge Road in Grass Valley. To reach the trailheads, from the top of Mill Street in downtown Grass Valley go 1.4 miles west out of town on West Main Street (becomes Rough & Ready Highway) to the intersection of Rough & Ready Highway and Ridge Road. The east end trailhead is at the dirt parking area next to the A to Z Supply “Garden Center” on Ridge Road. (N39.22928 W121.07946). When church is not in service, you can use the parking lot at Twin Cities Church to access the trails.

Debbie Gibbs is a Grass Valley native, but relocated for 26 years to  Washington DC working with USDA’s  WIC Program. After returning in 2000, she began raising fiber producing llamas, sheep, goats, and sold hand crafted items at local markets. She was a member of Nevada County Grown from its inception and served as its treasurer and president.  Debbie is now an active member of Nevada County Climate Action Now, the WasteNot group, Local Food Policy Council Steering Committee, the Foothill Fibers Guild and is Co-chair of the Kentucky Flat Firewise Community.

Walt's Dad immigrated as a child from Germany to the US.  Walt is very proud of his German family connections. Expect lots of interesting stories!

Cathy Anderson-Meyers is co-founder and driving force behind the Barbara Schmit Millar Triathlon which was created to honor her and support local breast cancer patients in our community. Proceeds from the event have funded free mammograms and scholarships. The Barbara Schmidt Millar Scholarships Program is dedicated to Nevada Union Senior females who are graduating and pursuing a career in the medical field. Through the years, women in our Club volunteered to assist with the race and/or compete!

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For more information visit D5190 Calendar at https://district5190.org/event/district-5190-foundation-dinner/.

Watch for details and register at https://district5190.org/event/rotary-clubs-in-action/.

To be held at:

  Truckee Meadows Community College

  7000 Dandini Blvd.

  Reno NV 89512

Watch for details from District 5190 and register at https://district5190.org/event/rotary-clubs-in-action/

To be held at 

    Truckee Meadows Community College
    7000 Dandini Blvd
    Reno, NV 89512

Our Board meets at 4:00pm on the second Monday of each month via Zoom.

Board package includes Zoom link.  Contact Robin or News@NCRotary.org if you need the link or package.

Remember to RSVP with lunch order.

Sierra Nevada Family Medicine Residency Program

The Sierra Nevada Family Medicine Residency Program is an integrated rural training program based out of the Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento Family Medicine Residency Program. Residents will complete their intern year (PGY-1) at Methodist Hospital and Mercy Family Medical Clinic in Sacramento, CA. In their 2nd and 3rd years (PGY-2 and PGY-3), residents will train in the beautiful, historic town of Grass Valley, CA at Chapa-De Indian Health Clinic (Tribal FQHC), Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital and local subspecialty outpatient offices.

We are partnering with two medical organizations with deep ties to the community and surrounding area. The program will be rewarding while appropriately intense with a challenging, inpatient heavy intern year to prepare residents for their rural training in PGY-2 and PGY-3. We are dedicated to work-life balance and the surrounding environment makes that very easy. The continuity clinic abuts a scenic 5 mile trail loop that is one of hundreds of miles of beautiful trails in our scenic Nevada County. Lake Tahoe and the Sierra foothills have numerous skiing, snowboarding, hiking, running, fishing, boating, rafting and kayaking opportunities less than an hour away. Year round sunshine and abundant natural beauty make the outdoors your playground.

Dr. Scott Neeley, President & CEO SNMH

Dignity Health announced Scott Neeley, MD, FACP as the new President and CEO of Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital effective March 6, 2022. Dr. Neeley has served as Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton since 2013. In his role, he also served as the Medical Director for Palliative Care and played a key part in the development of graduate medical education programs at the Medical Center, assuming the role of Designated Institutional Official for Graduate Medical Education from 2019-2021.

As the executive leader for graduate medical education at St Joseph’s Medical Center, Dr. Neeley helped to establish a clinical learning environment in which patient safety, clinical quality, compassion, and professionalism form the foundation for learning and professional development. In this role he directed both clinical and educational efforts towards the achievement of the organization’s common purpose; the delivery of exceptional care with dignity and humankindness.

A graduate of Harvard University, University of London, Stanford University School of Medicine and, later in February, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Dr. Neeley completed his residency and fellowship training at the University of Chicago Hospitals and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine. He has held teaching appointments at the University of Chicago, Rush Medical School, Cook County Hospital, and Touro University College of Medicine, and has more than 30 years of experience as a practicing physician, educator, and health care executive.

Source: https://www.dignityhealth.org/sacramento/about-us/press-center/sierra-nevada-hospital-president

Join us for the Pumpkins for Polio Auction and Harvest Market Come for the pizza, stay for the fun

Fall vegetables and farm jam are available also costumes are welcomed and encouraged. Bring your spouse, friends, and neighbors!

All proceeds go to Polio Plus Rotarians earn credit toward your Paul Harris Award.

Join us in front of the Firehouse Museum in Nevada City at 12:00 noon for tabling with our pumpkins!  Wear your Polio Plus t-shirts if you have one!

The Firehouse Museum is a door down from Treats!

October 24 is World Polio Day

Nevada City Rotary is Growing Pumpkins for Polio. Watch for details for how we plan to sell pumpkins to raise money to End Polio.

As World Polio Day approaches, Rotary needs our help to amplify our message about eradicating polio to protect the world’s children from a devastating disease.

We have made tremendous progress since the Global Polio Eradication Initiative was launched:

• A 99.9% reduction in cases of illness caused by wild poliovirus
• 3 billion children immunized
• 125 countries where polio was endemic reduced to two — Afghanistan and Pakistan — with the virus contained in just a few districts and provinces

But even just one case still represents one child’s life forever changed by polio. That’s why Rotary members must remain tenacious and keep our promise: We won’t stop until we know that no child will ever again experience the paralyzing effects of polio.

Let’s use World Polio Day to advocate for the support we need to make history by eradicating polio. Together, we end polio!

Join us as Publisher Chad Wingo gives an update on the state of our local community paper. 

Chad Wingo moved to Grass Valley on Labor Day Weekend 2007. He and his wife Heidi (who is the Director of Human Resources and Retail Operations at Hospice of the Foothills) have four children, one at Chico State, one taking a semester off after graduating from NU, one at NU and one at Lyman Gilmore.

Chad has been at The Union for over 10 years, he started his newspaper career after graduating Chico State with a degree in marketing in 2004 and going to work for the New York Times. He and his wife are co-owners of Grass Valley Brewing Co and love being involved in this community.

Many times following the devastating fires of 2021, clubs and Rotarians asked what they could do to help hands on. We now have an opportunity! 

On Saturday, Oct 28, from 10 am - 1 pm, we will be replanting in the Grizzly Flats area, the epicenter of the Caldor Fire.  District 5190 Rotarians will work alongside Boys Scouts and Sugar Pine Foundation volunteers.

Saturday, Oct 28, from 10 am - 1 pm

Our Rotary Clubs, Boy Scouts of America, and The Sugar Pine Foundation

More information at Caldor Fire Replanting.

Join us at our Thursday Social this week as Chief Dan Foss and NCPD officers discuss their experiences with the POST Program. 

San Diego

San Diego

Honorable Superior Court Judge Kelly Babineau will speak on The State of The Courts.

Our Board meets at 4:00pm on the second Monday of each month via Zoom.

Board package includes Zoom link.  Contact Robin or News@NCRotary.org if you need the link or package.

The Area 4 Rotary Foundation recognition event will showcase not only those Rotarians that have contributed to the foundation but also some of the international projects our local clubs have worked on over the last few years, with funding from The Rotary Foundation.

Many of our members may be interested in international projects but their clubs might not be aware or interested in investing in this kind of project. Three Rotarians from two clubs will talk about their international projects and attendees can see if they or some in their club might be interested.

Joanne Ashford from the Rotary club of Grass Valley South will present their project partnering with Operation Snow Leopard. This international organization helps to facilitate the safe evacuation and resettlement of Afghans allies. Joanne will explain how her club connected with the organizations and the steps they took to help fund their program.

Lynda Guthrie of the Rotary Club of Nevada City will discuss her club’s international project to provide menstrual hygiene kits to indigenous girls in Chiapas Mexico.  Carolyn Feuille, also of the Rotary club of Nevada City, will discuss their partnership with the Rotary Club of Los Barilles Cabo Este. Since 2015, the Nevada City club has worked on projects with this club that is made up of Mexicans, American and Canadians.

This casual afternoon will feature appetizers and provide an opportunity to fellowship with clubs of Area 4, Western Nevada County.  Cost is $35 per person. Sign up with your club by November 13.

Lake Wildwood Community Center

19088-19092 Wildflower Dr 
Penn Valley, CA 95946

3:00-6:00pm

$35/person includes heavy hors d'oeuvres.

Please RSVP to Lynda Guthrie by Friday, November 10.

Drive in the second Lake Wildwood gate and the parking lot is just past the park and tennis courts on the right. The second Gate guard will have a list of registered attendees.

Sign up with Chief Dan Foss or Cathy Wilcox Barnes to serve for Victorian Christmas as we partner with Nevada City Police Department.

Victorian Christmas is from 1:00-6:00pm.

More details at Rotary with NCPD at Victorian Christmas

Sign up with Chief Dan Foss or Cathy Wilcox Barnes to serve for Victorian Christmas as we partner with Nevada City Police Department.

Victorian Christmas is from 4:30pm - 9:00pm.

More details at Rotary with NCPD at Victorian Christmas

Join Nevada City Rotary at our Annual Holiday Celebration!

Sign up with Chief Dan Foss or Cathy Wilcox Barnes to serve for Victorian Christmas as we partner with Nevada City Police Department.

Victorian Christmas is from 1:00-6:00pm.

More details at Rotary with NCPD at Victorian Christmas

Our Board meets at 4:00pm on the second Monday of each month via Zoom.

Board package includes Zoom link.  Contact Robin or News@NCRotary.org if you need the link or package.

Sign up with Chief Dan Foss or Cathy Wilcox Barnes to serve for Victorian Christmas as we partner with Nevada City Police Department.

Victorian Christmas is from 4:30pm - 9:00pm.

More details at Rotary with NCPD at Victorian Christmas

Sign up with Chief Dan Foss or Cathy Wilcox Barnes to serve for Victorian Christmas as we partner with Nevada City Police Department.

Victorian Christmas is from 1:00-6:00pm.

More details at Rotary with NCPD at Victorian Christmas

Happy Holidays!

Happy New Year!!!

Jim Bair shares his craft talk

Welcome back from the Holidays!

Our Board meets at 4:00pm on the second Monday of each month via Zoom.

Board package includes Zoom link.  Contact Robin or News@NCRotary.org if you need the link or package.

Immediate Past District Governor Jeff Gabriel joins us to share experiences as District Governor.
 

Updates on Girls Who Code by Nancy Kemp and upcoming Nevada City Earth Day by Chris Newsom.  Plus Cathy will share more on Los Barriles plans,

Cathy has an amazing multi-generational history with Nevada City.  Always has interesting, fun nuggets to share!

Tim Reid is Director of Pupil Services at Nevada Union High School. He has served as President of Nevada County Livestock Producers, the organization that helps organize the Junior Livestock Auction at the fair to support local youth in agriculture. Tim and his wife, Caitlin Oats were recognized as the 2021 Nevada County Fair Family of the Year for their unwavering support of the Fair and Draft Horse Classic.

Reid attended Chico State, majoring in agricultural business, where he was an active member of the National Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Team and assumed leadership roles within the California Cattlemen's Young Cattlemen's Association. His internships at a large cattle ranch in Bridgeport, California, allowed him to gain hands-on experience with extensive cattle operations and network with prominent ranchers.

After college, Reid ventured into the produce industry in Salinas Valley. However, he soon returned to his roots, taking over his family's cattle operations and expanding the herd significantly. His partnership with another rancher has led to a thriving cattle business focused on sustainable year-round grazing.

Reid's educational career began in Esparto, where he connected with local farming families and later moved to Grass Valley, teaching at Bear River High School. His achievements in agricultural mechanics with the FFA organization are notable, including state and national titles. Additionally, he contributes as an adjunct professor of Agriculture Business and Economics at Sierra Community College.

Reid earned his administrative services credential, becoming an assistant principal at Nevada Union High School, specializing in intervention and special education. He advanced to the position of Director of Pupil Services, overseeing special education, nursing, and mental health programs. In March, he completed his doctorate in education.

Reid and his wife reside in Penn Valley, where they maintain an impressive equine setup and actively participate in cattle operations. Their home is a testament to their love for the agricultural lifestyle, complete with horses ranging from ranch workers to young prospects. His wife, a veterinary technician, shares his passion for horses and contributes to the ranch's operations. Despite their busy lives, they find balance and fulfillment in their work and their shared love of the land and animals.

Pearce Boyer - Thought for the Day, pledge, and 4 Way Test

Our Board meets at 4:00pm on the second Monday of each month via Zoom.

Board package includes Zoom link.  Contact Robin or News@NCRotary.org if you need the link or package.

Investments and environment? 

How do they fit? Ecology, environment,and climate are important intersections in my life’s work in education. I’ve managed personal investments for 35 years with a growing awareness of the intersection of money and climate. This awareness has shaped my financial journey, which I share with you today in “Invest-Divest – A Personal Journey”.

About Eric

My Berkeley childhood backyard of Tilden Regional Parks, summer High Sierra pack trips, and a rural Iowa farm-college prep boarding school education were all formative in environmental-resource awareness, understanding and enjoyment. 

In 1960’s San Francisco, I attained a teaching credential from San Franciso State University; co-developed student tutorial programs in low-income communities; engaged in protest targeting racial discrimination in hotel and auto dealership employment and refused induction into the Vietnam War. All expanded my social and political education.

In the 1970’s, I directed residential summer camps for youth at Hidden Villa Ranch in the San Mateo foothills; built a farm and wilderness environmental education program targeting elementary school children in experiential science; and co-authored Manure to Meadow to Milkshake, while attaining a master’s in Environmental Education from Hayward State University. Publication and programs led to a faculty appointment with the University of California Cooperative Extension, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and twenty years of science education delivered by teen youth and adults through 4-H, elementary schools, and after school programs. 

I retired in 2000 to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Community work included Bear Yuba Land Trust easement baseline development; Sierra Streams Institute Deer Creek water monitoring, establishment of the Greater Champion Neighborhood Association, Fire Safe Council Home Advisor visits, and establishment of a Citizens Climate Lobby chapter. Today I’m active with Nevada County Climate Action Now and serve on the Nevada County Energy Action Plan Working Group. 

Calling all Rotarians - Especially newer members and Rotary leadership!

Rotary Leadership Institute I is coming to Auburn February 24

Rotary Leadership Institute I session is scheduled for Saturday, February 24, 2024.  It will run from 8:30 AM to approximately 3 PM and be held in the 2nd Floor Conference Room at 11641 Blocker Drive in Auburn 95603.  Rotary members from Area Four (Nevada City, Grass Valley & Penn Valley) are invited to join Area Five (Auburn) in an engaging day of training and dialogue about Rotary fundamentals and personal leadership. No charge to members — Club covers nominal cost.

On fifth Thursdays of the month our Club is dark.

New member Steven Holt will share his craft talk and elite marketing experiences.

Area 4 Speech contest will be held at Nevada Union Room J204 on March 13 from 10:00am – 1:00pm.

Rotarians are invited to attend.

I create unique travel, experimental, and landscape photographs for environmentally and culturally conscious fine art collectors and enthusiasts. 

I began the pursuit of photography as a means of discovery into our world. I am committed to photography's mission to inspire and reveal the extraordinary in ordinary places. With over 40 years of experience in photography as a photographer and photography educator, I've photographed people, landscapes, and architecture on all seven continents. 

Each photograph illustrates my visual fascinations with light, color, shapes, forms, and the beauty which hides in unexpected places. 

My photography has been published and exhibited internationally in numerous venues. I've received the National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship for my photography book, Situations, and has taught photography and art at multiple levels including in the MFA Graduate Photography Program at the Academy of Art University, San Francisco. 

My photography is featured in two additional domains: 
•  davidarnoldphotography.com showcases the landscape, travel, and experimental photography. 
•  davidarnoldphotographyplus.com is the home of The Experimental Condition, a web blog presenting new approaches to photographic image-making. Consider subscribing to The Experimental Condition.

My art business has been designated as a "Trusted Art Seller" with The Art Storefronts Organization, which means you can shop with confidence, and know that I stand behind the quality and value of my products.

Robin Milam - Thought for the Day, pledge and 4 Way Test

Calling all Rotarians - Especially newer members and Rotary leadership!

Rotary Leadership Institute I is coming to Nevada City/Grass Valley and Area 4 Saturday March 16.

This program is so popular we are now offering a second training.

Calling all Rotarians - Especially newer members and Rotary leadership!

Rotary Leadership Institute I is coming to Nevada City/Grass Valley Saturday March 16, 2024

This program is so popular we are now offering a second training

Rotary Work Day

March 16th 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

615 Hollow Way, Nevada City

Partnering with the Relief Society of the Church in making menstrual hygiene kits for us to take to San Miguel de Allende

Bring your sewing machine and/or serger

Don’t sew … bring a pair of scissors

and a smile 😊

Breakfast snacks and a light lunch will be available